Obituaries
Raymond Walter Barber, 93
October 19, 1921 - July 06, 2015
Raymond Walter Barber, of 2206 James Buchanan Drive, Elizabethtown, PA. Born 10-19-21, departed this world, 7-6-15.
Survived by his wife, Lois Estelle Barber; his son Raymond John Barber husband of Deborah and grandson, Christopher Raymond Barber; his son Jonathan Thorpe Barber husband of Maria and grandson Jonathan Jay Barber.
Educated at Thaddeus Stevens Trade School as a machinist, Kutztown State Teachers College and Temple University with a MS in Education. His work history included teaching at Patton School For Boys for 6 years, Guidance Counselor for 2 years, and Pupil Services Director at Middle Country School District for 20 years.
Raymond was a proud US Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a Watertender Mate Third Class.
In lieu of flowers, Raymond requests contributions to Masonic Charities of Pennsylvania, Office of Gift Planning, One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 or to the Thaddeus Stevens Foundation, 740 East End Ave., Lancaster, PA 17602.
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Condolences to the Family
July 17, 2015
To the family, we are so sorry for your loss and would like to extend our condolences. The Holy Scriptures can bring much comfort during difficult times. “And I have hope toward God…that there is going to be a resurrection.” (Acts 24:15) With deep sympathy may you have hope. -Revelation 21:4
From: S. Ukenta, and Family
July 12, 2015
I was very sorry to hear today that Ray passed away. I would have liked to attend the service. I have very good memories of fishing trips with my father and Ray. My condolences to the Barber family.
Chip Ringler
July 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Ray. He was such a friendly, caring man and will be missed by all who knew him. Ray and Lois were “lunch buddies” and friends of my parents, the Gotschs. Ray and my mother, Doris, loved to tease one another and always knew what buttons to push. Mom passed away on May 22 and Ray missed her friendship. They are both now at peace and can share some laughter in Heaven.
Jane & Joe Bruton
July 08, 2015
Ray was one of the first residents to welcome us to Masonic Village when he moved there three years ago. During these
years he became a friend which quickly developed into a warm and lasting friendship. His constant interest in our well-being and
his personal interest in us individually proved to be instrumental in our adjustment to apartment and Village living.
We will remember Ray.He was a prfound influene on our lives.
